IFE Senior Designer - Fire Protection

The Legends Agency; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire protection systems is seeking a Senior Revit Designer to work remotely and lead technical design projects. The role requires expertise in AutoCAD and Revit, a strong background in fire protection design with hands-on experience, and the ability to manage project timelines and stakeholder expectations. You will be pivotal in refining designs and mentoring junior staff, ensuring compliance while delivering effective fire protection solutions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in fire protection design.
• In-depth knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit is essential.
• Experience mentoring and coaching junior designers.

Responsibilities

• Develop fire protection system designs ensuring compliance.
• Engage with clients and present design proposals.
• Mentor junior designers and manage design workplans.

Skills

Technical Design

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Quality Management

Report Writing

Education

AutoCAD and/or Revit qualification

ASIB / IFE Certificate or equivalent

Extensive industry experience

Job description

• Job Descriptionedit

  Senior Revit Designer

  Bryanston, JHB (Remote Work Applicable)

  Our Client is looking for a Senior Revit Designer to design high-quality, impactful, and fully compliant fire protection systems that deliver cost-effective solutions. This role also serves as the technical lead for design within project teams.

  Key Responsibilities

  Technical Design & Project Execution

  • Develop fire protection system designs using AutoCAD and Revit, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Calculate hydraulic requirements for optimal pipe sizing, considering water supply parameters and cost-effectiveness.
  • Conduct site measurements for existing buildings, document findings, and integrate them into designs.
  • Apply compliance and cost management principles to all designs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  • Manage design workplans, prioritizing and meeting project deadlines.
  • Complete partial designs for larger projects, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.

  Client & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Engage with clients, consultants, and professional teams to present and refine designs.
  • Discuss and implement design improvements to enhance project outcomes.
  • Support estimators in costing proposals by providing initial designs and identifying cost-effective solutions.

  Technical Leadership & Compliance

  • Mentor and coach junior designers, supporting their development.
  • Maintain technical expertise in CAD design and fire protection compliance by participating in industry forums, workshops, and continuous learning.
  • Compile fabrication lists and ensure designs meet project and compliance requirements.
  • Conduct post-implementation profit analysis, evaluating design assumptions versus actual project costs to improve future profitability.
  • Submit ASIB documentation for inspections, ensuring compliance and securing certification.

  Reporting & Administration

  • Complete project administration tasks, including updating project plans and maintaining design records.
  • Prepare and submit design reports in defined formats within agreed deadlines.
  • Maintain filing systems and databases to ensure design documentation is accessible and up to date.

  Qualifications & Experience

  Minimum Requirements:

  • AutoCAD and/or Revit qualification (essential).
  • ASIB / IFE Certificate or equivalent (required).
  • In the absence of formal qualifications, extensive industry experience will be considered.
  • 3 5 years experience in fire protection design.

  Key Competencies

  Leadership & Development:

  • Mentoring and coaching junior designers.
  • Staff development and technical guidance.

  Functional Skills:

  • Technical Design & Project Management
  • Quality Management & Risk Compliance
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Report Writing & Documentation Management

  Position Details

  • Patterson Grading: C3